Butter-Basted Chicken with Crispy Skin and Herb-Infused Potatoes
Juicy chicken thighs with golden, crackling skin, roasted alongside potatoes infused with thyme and garlic in a single skillet. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 60 minutes pairs (bone-in, skin-on) chicken thighs, olive oil, butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (bone-in, skin-on) chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 lb, halved baby potatoes
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until skin is golden and crispy, then flip and cook for 2 minutes.
- Step 2: Add halved potatoes and minced garlic to the skillet around chicken. Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth and 1 tbsp butter, then add 1 tbsp chopped thyme. Toss to combine.
- Step 3: Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and potatoes are tender.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Butter-Basted Chicken with Crispy Skin and Herb-Infused Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Butter-Basted Chicken with Crispy Skin and Herb-Infused Potatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Butter-Basted Chicken with Crispy Skin and Herb-Infused Potatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Butter-Basted Chicken with Crispy Skin and Herb-Infused Potatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Butter-Basted Chicken with Crispy Skin and Herb-Infused Potatoes?
American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Kids begged for seconds on the potatoes! Chicken stayed moist without a single dry spot.
- ★★★★★
The chicken was incredibly juicy and the potatoes were bursting with herb flavor—my family devoured it!
- ★★★★☆
Made this for date night—skin crackled beautifully, but chicken took 15 mins longer than noted.
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